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Sharon from Yarmouth was looking for ways to seal off her basement from moisture. Water would easily enter her basement during rain due to something known as hydrostatic pressure. This is when the water in the surrounding soil is forced into the basement through the concrete. Sharon soon received a letter in the mail advertising TC Hafford Basement Systems. We were just the company she was looking for! She called us right away and set up a meeting with one of our representatives to receive her free estimate. After making her selection of products, our crew got to work. We began by digging up the inside perimeter of the basement floor. This new trench allowed us to lay our WaterGuard pipe system down. It was then covered over with loose rocks and cement to conceal it within the floor without preventing functionality. The WaterGuard system will capture water as it enters the basement through the walls or floor. The water is then guided to the sump in the basement. In the sump, we installed a SuperSump sump pump. This sump will push the water up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. With these systems in place, water is no longer a concern for Sharon.

A homeowner in Yarmouth, Maine, contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems to explore energy-saving options for both their finished and unfinished basement. They were particularly concerned about controlling humidity and requested an estimate for a dehumidification and ventilation system. Our team visited the home to assess the situation and recommended Dr. Energy Saver spray foam insulation as the best solution to meet their needs. After the installation, the difference was immediately noticeable. The basement became more comfortable, and the homeowner was very pleased with how much more energy-efficient and moisture-controlled the space felt.

This Yarmouth, ME, homeowner had an issue with water getting into their basement and causing issues with mold and mildew that led to a funky smell in the basement. Ready to tackle the issue and make the space comfortable to use again, the homeowner reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. System Design Specialist Ken Castillo met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a waterproofing system that was specific to their home and would address all of their issues at once.   WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter of the basement to capture groundwater and channel it to the brand new SuperSump Plus. The WaterGuard is installed under the slab and features Ports for easy maintenance. The SuperSump Plus is capable of taking the water that is channeled to it and pumping it out of the basement through a Buried Discharge Line that is protected from ice buildup with IceGuard. In high-traffic areas such as doorways and appliances, TrenchDrain was installed and connected to the WaterGuard to ensure all water is being channeled to the sump. BrightWall Panels were installed on the walls, which act as a vapor barrier and integrate into the WaterGuard to capture any water seepage from the walls. BrightWall covers the old wall, leaving a bright white finish that helps to reflect light and illuminate the basement more. Finally, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was installed to keep humidity at a safe level and prevent mold and mildew from causing issues for the homeowner. Typically, homeowners have to empty a bucket of water to keep their dehumidifier working, but with the SaniDry Sedona, it drains directly to the SuperSump Plus, meaning the homeowner can travel without worrying about moisture in their basement. Now the basement is revitalized, and the homeowner is protected from moisture and water problems and can use their basement how it’s intended to be used.

A Yarmouth, ME homeowner reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for help with their leaking basement. System Design Specialist Louis D. met with the owner to assess the basement. We installed WaterGuard around the perimeter of the basement, channeling any water to the new TripleSafe sump pump system. The TripleSafe sump has two Zoeller pumps, one is a back up in case of pump failure, or they can work together in high capacity water events. The TripleSafe also comes with a battery back up so it will continue to work even if there is power loss. TrenchDrain was installed around high traffic and high moisture areas. CleanSpace Wall System was installed on the wall where water was coming in to create a vapor barrier as added protection. 

  A homeowner in Yarmouth, Maine was dealing with a constantly leaking basement that left the space damp and unusable. Concerned about potential damage and mold growth, they reached out to TC Hafford Basement Systems for a permanent solution. Our team assessed the issue and recommended the installation of a TripleSafe Sump Pump System to keep the basement dry year-round. With its triple protection design, the homeowner can now rest easy knowing their basement is protected—no matter the weather. Thanks to TC Hafford, their home is now safe, dry, and ready for use.

This Livermore Falls, ME, homeowner had been dealing with a musty smell coming from their crawl space. Moisture and high humidity in a crawl space can not only lead to musty smells, but mold and mildew growth can be dangerous to breathe in. The homeowner needed help, so they called TC Hafford Basement Systems for a free estimate. The crawl space needed to be encapsulated to keep moisture and critters out, so CleanSpace with Drainage Matting was installed. Drainage Matting gets laid on the ground first to protect the CleanSpace and create a channel for groundwater to flow to a sump pump. CleanSpace is a durable vapor barrier that is attached to the walls and creates an inorganic barrier between the outside elements and the interior of the crawl space. Keeping moisture out prevents musty smells, and the homeowner no longer has to worry about damage being caused in their crawl space.

A homeowner in Greene was beginning to have a mold problem in their crawlspace. Moisture was finding its way into the air, which created the perfect atmosphere for mold to grow. The homeowner called TC Hafford Basement Systems right away to receive their free estimate. We then began work on the crawlspace to remove this mold issue. To do so, we installed a SaniDry CX dehumidifier. This dehumidifier will, over time, take all of the moisture out of the air and maintain a dry atmosphere. This will kill off the mold, and remove any chance of more mold growing in the future. Now, thanks to SaniDry, this homeowner can live without fear of mold growth or rotting supports.

A homeowner in Leeds was having trouble with moist air in their basement. This was causing damp conditions and mold to grow. The homeowner wanted to have something done about this ASAP. After hearing about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a previous satisfied customer, they chose us to get the job done! After taking a look at the basement, the best solution was to install a SanyDry XP Dehumidifier. This dehumidifier will take in all the humid air, dry it out, and spread it out over the rest of the basement. Now this homeowner no longer needs to worry about a dank basement.

This homeowner living in Leeds, ME had a problem beneath their home. Water would regularly leak in through thier concrete foundation, causing some flooding across the basement floor. They saw an ad for TC Hafford on their television and called us to find out if we could solve their problem. After they received their free estimate, they gave us the go-ahead to get started! Once our installation crew arrived at the home, they began work on this basement waterproofing by excavating a shallow trench into the perimeter of the floor. Within this new trench, WaterGuard piping was laid down. These pipes, buried beneath a fresh layer of concrete, have slits along their bottom edges. The slits will take in any moisture leaking in through the foundation in the future. The water is guided through the floor to the sump to be removed without ever reaching the surface of the floor. Within the sump, we installed a TripleSafe pump system. The TripleSafe contains three pumps, each serving a purpose. The primary and secondary pumps will remove the majority of the water collected, with the secondary pump only activating if the primary requires extra help. The third pump is a battery-operated backup pump. This pump will keep the basement water-free even in the event of a power-outage. All of the water is removed from the home through a PVC discharge line where it is carried through the lawn to be deposited a distance from the home. Before our crew was finished, there were two additions that still needed to be installed outside the home. The first was an IceGuard pipe segment attached to the discharge line just beyond where it exits the home. This piece has special holes built-in that allow trapped water to escape. This will prevent a backup in the line if ice or debris blocks the lower end of the line. Finally, a LawnScape discharge port was used to cap the end of the line. Here, the water can exit through the grate into the ground while the grate holds back any debris that might fall around the LawnScape. With these new additions to their basement, this homeowner will no longer suffer from a flooding basement. The WaterGuard & TripleSafe combination will keep this basement dry for many years to come!

Living in Leeds, ME, this homeowner had recently begun looking for a way to solve a problem in their basement. With a large crack in one of the walls, water would regularly leak in during rainfall. After searching online, the homeowner soon discovered TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us right away to see if we could help. We set them up with a free estimate and dispatched our sales representative to discuss the solutions with the homeowner. They soon gave us the green light to get starter fixing the crack. When our installation crew arrived at the home, their goal was to prevent future leakages in this basement, using a FlexiSpan seal. The first step in sealing this crack was removing any debris from the surface by brushing it away with a coarse brush. Next, an initial layer of sealant was applied within and slightly around the crack. This was covered over by a foam core, which gives the seal the flexibility the name suggests. This core will enable the finished seal to shift and contort to slight changes in the crack shape. Finally, the foam was covered by a second layer of sealant, locking the structure in place. Now no more moisture will leak in through this crack. With the crack properly sealed, this homeowner can rest assured they won’t discover a flooded basement after a night of rain. The FlexiSpan seal will lock out water for many years to come!